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2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ynD3ESs9KCTb3T0fZC42_dnzKaDy4zhfoV1XFoOAAvg57m6A5PiyBfEXxV3bPwdN8AjOp95IUeWGMBZYc715V_kDMdjNxBaiQutegfaeDZORFdv8rgNU7_BqfxXQYePU8oLhADE1tBTJ/s1600/2013_Dodge_Charger_AWD_Sport_0001.jpg" target="_blank"><img alt="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ynD3ESs9KCTb3T0fZC42_dnzKaDy4zhfoV1XFoOAAvg57m6A5PiyBfEXxV3bPwdN8AjOp95IUeWGMBZYc715V_kDMdjNxBaiQutegfaeDZORFdv8rgNU7_BqfxXQYePU8oLhADE1tBTJ/s1600/2013_Dodge_Charger_AWD_Sport_0001.jpg" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ynD3ESs9KCTb3T0fZC42_dnzKaDy4zhfoV1XFoOAAvg57m6A5PiyBfEXxV3bPwdN8AjOp95IUeWGMBZYc715V_kDMdjNxBaiQutegfaeDZORFdv8rgNU7_BqfxXQYePU8oLhADE1tBTJ/s1600/2013_Dodge_Charger_AWD_Sport_0001.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> Dodge has releases photos and details for the 2013 Charger AWD Sport models, which brings all-wheel-drive, more power and unique styling to the Charger lineup. The Charger AWD Sport gets a unique Gloss Black painted split-crosshair grille and grille surround, 19-inch polished aluminum wheels with Gloss Black pockets, all-season performance tires, a rear body-color spoiler, sport seats and a Beats Audio system. It also gets paddle shifters with "sport mode," the first time the feature has been available on Charger AWD models. Powered by a 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine - now with 300 horsepower thanks to the addition of a new sport-tuned dual exhaust system and cold-air induction system. The V6 version is rated at 18/27 mpg. For drivers who demand even more performance, the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 engine with 370 horsepower, 395 lb-ft of torque is available. Inside, all models get sport seats (black cloth in SXT and R/T models, heated red Nappa leather in SXT Plus and R/T Plus versions) and a Beats audio system, ensuring that time spent in snow-bound traffic will be somewhat relaxing. The bottom line is that the AWD Sport upgrade adds a little more style and performance for buyers who want or need four driven wheels. Pricing for the 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport includes a $995 destination charge and goes as follows: $33,685 for the SXT, $35,635 for the SXT Plus, $34,685 for the R/T, and $36,685 for the R/T Plus trim level. <center><a alt="2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ynD3ESs9KCTb3T0fZC42_dnzKaDy4zhfoV1XFoOAAvg57m6A5PiyBfEXxV3bPwdN8AjOp95IUeWGMBZYc715V_kDMdjNxBaiQutegfaeDZORFdv8rgNU7_BqfxXQYePU8oLhADE1tBTJ/s1600/2013_Dodge_Charger_AWD_Sport_0001.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2ynD3ESs9KCTb3T0fZC42_dnzKaDy4zhfoV1XFoOAAvg57m6A5PiyBfEXxV3bPwdN8AjOp95IUeWGMBZYc715V_kDMdjNxBaiQutegfaeDZORFdv8rgNU7_BqfxXQYePU8oLhADE1tBTJ/s200/2013_Dodge_Charger_AWD_Sport_0001.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport" 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href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuDvrCdiRoMzMIv122_bK5vzEY0AX4cLU23-qY-hOkpvsCdXKC_JrnI0ObXkw7nnt7OtzJ7FomHNnNNR6jAaVjdnB92ugczUm9MTNSezND-rweFv5U3Y8iw9Y6GDNuAhyiEVxovmFeEJx/s1600/2012-Dodge-Charger-Blacktop-front-three-quarter-static-1024x640.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuDvrCdiRoMzMIv122_bK5vzEY0AX4cLU23-qY-hOkpvsCdXKC_JrnI0ObXkw7nnt7OtzJ7FomHNnNNR6jAaVjdnB92ugczUm9MTNSezND-rweFv5U3Y8iw9Y6GDNuAhyiEVxovmFeEJx/s200/2012-Dodge-Charger-Blacktop-front-three-quarter-static-1024x640.jpg" width="130" /></a> <a alt="2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAudYxWZLgcUI6Di2akVPpp2vdAQUZxkokRYvuWOTWl79pIBkhUDDwijo5nEcYmgoz9u8wDZI0ULvZcvM45_PnWuRLnEm5lttH0A9K4tKYtlNrUQggT1WrHK6F7oWwO-yGynWgT27ddMYw/s1600/2012-Dodge-Charger-Blacktop-rear-three-quarter-static-1024x640.jpg" imageanchor="1"><img border="0" height="84" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAudYxWZLgcUI6Di2akVPpp2vdAQUZxkokRYvuWOTWl79pIBkhUDDwijo5nEcYmgoz9u8wDZI0ULvZcvM45_PnWuRLnEm5lttH0A9K4tKYtlNrUQggT1WrHK6F7oWwO-yGynWgT27ddMYw/s200/2012-Dodge-Charger-Blacktop-rear-three-quarter-static-1024x640.jpg" width="130" /></a> </center> Press Release New 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport Delivers More Power, Precision and Prowess <ul><li>More precision and style: Dodge brings unique Gloss Black split-crosshair grille, Gloss Black accented 19-inch aluminum wheels, steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters with sport-mode, rear spoiler, sport seats and segment-exclusive Beats Audio to Charger AWD Sport</li><li>Best-in-class V-6 all-wheel drive fuel efficiency: up to an EPA estimated 27 mpg highway, thanks to segment exclusive eight-speed transmission</li><li>Most advanced AWD system: segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle-disconnect system for optimal fuel efficiency and all-weather traction</li><li>More power: new cold-air induction system and sport-tuned exhaust on 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine raise output to 300 horsepower on Charger SXT and SXT Plus AWD models with AWD Sport Package</li><li>More value: Dodge Charger AWD Sport package arrives at Dodge dealers this winter with a starting U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $1,195</li></ul>December 17, 2012 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - With Old Man winter around the corner, Dodge is launching the all-new 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport just in time to deliver tactical performance and efficiency to combat the most inclement driving conditions. The Charger’s new AWD Sport package delivers two powerful engines delivering up to 370 horsepower, the segment’s most advanced all-wheel-drive system for best-in-class V-6 fuel economy, new “blacked out” exterior accents for a menacing look, and first-time available to Charger AWD paddle-shifters with “sport mode” for precision worthy of its legendary nameplate. “With the instant success of the sinister-styled Charger Blacktop, the new Charger AWD Sport delivers a similar aggressive look with the added capability of all-wheel drive,” said Reid Bigland, President and CEO- Dodge Brand. “The new Charger AWD Sport offers the unmistakable combination of up to 370 horsepower, the most sophisticated all-wheel-drive system in its class, best-in-class V-6 fuel efficiency, and a style that sets it apart from any other car on the road, all at an amazing value.” Orders for the 2013 Dodge Charger AWD are open now. Vehicles will be built at the Brampton (Ont.) Assembly plant from December through February. New design and performance features never previously offered on Charger AWD models Building on the success of the rear-wheel drive and blacked-out styled Dodge Charger Blacktop — an enthusiast-desired package that has accounted for up to 25 percent of Charger SXT sales — the new 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport provides a new frontier for the Dodge brand to expand the ominous style, world-class performance and enthusiast-desired technologies into the Charger AWD model range. The new 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport is available on the Dodge Charger SXT and SXT Plus AWD models for a U.S. Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices (MSRP) of just $1,395 and Charger R/T and R/T Plus AWD models for just $1,195. The Charger AWD Sport package offers added value with a 40 percent package savings discount and includes a unique Gloss Black painted split-crosshair grille and grille surround, 19-inch polished aluminum wheels with Gloss Black pockets, all-season performance tires, the first application of steering-wheel mounted paddle shifters and sport mode transmission calibration in a Charger AWD, rear body-color spoiler and sport seats in black cloth (SXT and R/T), or premium black or red heated Nappa leather (SXT Plus and R/T Plus). In addition, the new Dodge Charger AWD Sport features the Beats Audio technology with a powerful 12-channel amplifier that integrates the heart of the Beats proprietary equalizer algorithm, creating the high-definition sound required in professional recording studios. Delivering the mid- to high-range needed for studio-quality sound are three 3.5-inch speakers located in the instrument panel and two 3.5-inch speakers located in the rear doors. Two 6 x 9-inch front-door woofers deliver bass, while two 6 x 9-inch speakers and a center-mounted 8-inch speaker located in the rear-shelf area provide full-range audio. Maximizing how music genres from hip hop to Motown should sound and feel, an 8-inch Beats Audio trunk-mounted dual-voice coil subwoofer with sealed enclosure delivers tight, powerful, punchy bass. More power, precision and prowess From winding through twisty stretches of mountain roads, to escaping away to a snow-covered ski resort, the 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport has a commanding design presence and the power and all-weather capability to carve through some of the worst precipitation Mother Nature can dish out. The 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport (based on Charger SXT and SXT Plus models) features the award-winning 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine – now with 300 horsepower thanks to the addition of a new sport-tuned dual exhaust system and cold-air induction system. Even with the added performance, the aluminum mill still delivers best-in-class city and highway fuel economy (18/27 mpg). For drivers who demand even more performance, the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI® V-8 engine with 370 horsepower, 395 lb-ft of torque and four-cylinder mode Fuel Saver Technology, the Dodge Charger AWD Sport also can be configured from the Charger R/T and R/T Plus models. Both V-6 and V-8 models feature the segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle-disconnect system to improve real-world fuel economy. No other major automotive manufacturer offers the combination of these two independent technologies. The AWD system in the Dodge Charger AWD Sport seamlessly transitions between rear-wheel drive and AWD with no driver intervention. When AWD is not required, the system automatically disconnects the front axle to maximize fuel economy while still providing the outstanding fun-to-drive performance and handling inherent in rear-wheel-drive vehicles. In addition, the new Dodge Charger AWD Sport features paddle shifters and “sport mode.” With Sport Mode active, gear changes are quicker and revs are held higher for even more performance-oriented acceleration and higher shift dynamics. For even more control, the driver can also use the die-cast steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters and view gear election through the full-color EVIC centered in the Dodge Charger AWD Sport’s instrument cluster. Available this winter Built at Chrysler Group LLC’s Brampton, Ontario, assembly plant, the 2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport models arrive at Dodge dealerships nationwide in the first quarter of 2013 and have the following U.S. MSRP excluding $995 destination charge: Dodge Charger AWD Sport (based on SXT) $32,690 Dodge Charger AWD Sport (based on SXT Plus) $34,690 Dodge Charger AWD Sport (based on R/T) $33,690 Dodge Charger AWD Sport (based on R/T Plus) $35,690

2013 Dodge Charger AWD Sport

Dodge has releases photos and details for the 2013 Charger AWD Sport models, which brings all-wheel-drive, more power and unique styling to ...

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2011 Fiat Freemont

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0nFYjazpL6LWTec0DstBSXexWbzoJZ1E7MjO1KQIrxshEoKX0SlpuxVB2SwXERzACO1w4rM-nhKeBHSTB7rUQZUofcbDMGp1R1AQL0fqamM4c7WGLaaoAY277Oo3LfZrqgYQMhG9t1g/s1600/Fiat-Freemont-2.jpg"><img height="390" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0nFYjazpL6LWTec0DstBSXexWbzoJZ1E7MjO1KQIrxshEoKX0SlpuxVB2SwXERzACO1w4rM-nhKeBHSTB7rUQZUofcbDMGp1R1AQL0fqamM4c7WGLaaoAY277Oo3LfZrqgYQMhG9t1g/s1600/Fiat-Freemont-2.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> Fiat has releases photos and details for the 2011 Fiat Freemont, which will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The Fiat Freemont measures 489 cm in length, 188 cm in width and 172 cm in height and has a 289 cm wheelbase. The Fiat Freemont promises plenty of interior space, thanks to its seven seat capacity and 90 degree opening doors. Most of Journey's exterior design has been kept,  except for the front bumper which has been redesigned, and received new fog lights. The Fiat Freemont has also received new alloys and under the bonnet the 7-seater will be fitted with either a 140 HP or a 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet engine which will send power to the front wheels. Two different trim levels will be offered, each with seven seats as standard. Triple-zone air con, keyless entry, cruise, a tyre pressure monitoring system, fog lights and a touchscreen radio are all standard, while the top-spec model adds bigger wheels, a bigger touchscreen, a DVD player, Bluetooth, rear parking sensors and auto headlights. <center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0nFYjazpL6LWTec0DstBSXexWbzoJZ1E7MjO1KQIrxshEoKX0SlpuxVB2SwXERzACO1w4rM-nhKeBHSTB7rUQZUofcbDMGp1R1AQL0fqamM4c7WGLaaoAY277Oo3LfZrqgYQMhG9t1g/s1600/Fiat-Freemont-2.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Fiat Freemont" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565758051646688418" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb0nFYjazpL6LWTec0DstBSXexWbzoJZ1E7MjO1KQIrxshEoKX0SlpuxVB2SwXERzACO1w4rM-nhKeBHSTB7rUQZUofcbDMGp1R1AQL0fqamM4c7WGLaaoAY277Oo3LfZrqgYQMhG9t1g/s200/Fiat-Freemont-2.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 84px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja1Piy5Ncp2aJCaCLQ6t3_yYukxf_UfAkdZmoxc9HPJ2Y_o2GvJi4IHBYGBo6jlbMFCrgclBvY5jKQU1-85cfnI9FX5RpfUmWII2tdwClgtZmj22c_hGo3MXMzV8vAR60MYn0LR2vxuKQ/s1600/Fiat-Freemont-4.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Fiat Freemont" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565757968555051346" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja1Piy5Ncp2aJCaCLQ6t3_yYukxf_UfAkdZmoxc9HPJ2Y_o2GvJi4IHBYGBo6jlbMFCrgclBvY5jKQU1-85cfnI9FX5RpfUmWII2tdwClgtZmj22c_hGo3MXMzV8vAR60MYn0LR2vxuKQ/s200/Fiat-Freemont-4.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 84px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY0QCUZCeHGrNuBORBr4ev6nNMuY_mYNBy_jKOZ0TToOfXCwqqevkMCL5RB-LWCSNYuf3oDCgWeD7gdTMyQ3fgRS4rjdyqDR2yY2HLNYlZPDz1vfOCqFnwkTeatKgaIEmr9dqBy6mQnW4/s1600/Fiat-Freemont-7.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Fiat Freemont" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5565757854133328098" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjY0QCUZCeHGrNuBORBr4ev6nNMuY_mYNBy_jKOZ0TToOfXCwqqevkMCL5RB-LWCSNYuf3oDCgWeD7gdTMyQ3fgRS4rjdyqDR2yY2HLNYlZPDz1vfOCqFnwkTeatKgaIEmr9dqBy6mQnW4/s200/Fiat-Freemont-7.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 84px;" /></a> </center> Press Release Fiat Freemont, international debut The next Geneva motor show will host the debut of the new Fiat Freemont, which will go on sale in the second half of 2011. The Freemont built on the base of the Dodge Journey, is the first Fiat vehicle to come out of the partnership with the Chrysler Group. It will be produced in the Mexican plant of Toluca, where the 500 is produced for the US market. The very name conjures up a sense of freedom, the pleasure of life in the open air, of adventure and the possibility of facing any situation that arises in daily life with equanimity. The Fiat Freemont is in fact a 'factotum vehicle' designed to meet the diverse needs of families and those seeking a spacious, comfortable and versatile vehicle to cater for the frenetic pace of everyday life or weekend leisure time. The vehicle combines flexibility and practicality with its own distinctive and original style. The dimensions (length of 489 cm, width of 188 cm and height of 172 cm) guarantee outstanding interior roominess, aided by the best wheelbase in its category (289 cm). The Fiat Freemont guarantees maximum roominess, comfort and versatility due to its 7 standard seats with a genuine third row of roomy seats that is easily accessible because the doors open to 90°. The seats of the third row may be folded down with one simple movement to disappear completely below the floor and create a regular load platform. The seats of the second row are fitted higher than those at the front while the third row is raised in relation to the second allowing all occupants maximum visibility. The second row can also be fitted with the innovative child booster system: booster seats are used to make sure that children on board are sitting correctly, optimising the seatbelt geometry and guaranteeing greater protection, practicality and comfort. On-board comfort is also assured by a high driving position, new roomy and ergonomic seats, a host of storage compartments, a generous luggage area with two compartments and a flat load platform for an overall capacity of up to 1461 litres. The vehicle's very individual design includes muscular, decisive lines that are expressed in a front end with brand new bumpers and grille. The rear end has been redesigned with the adoption of a new bumper and LED tail lights. The all-new passenger compartment features an up-to-date design and soft touch materials. Features include a wrap-around dashboard with chrome elements, a brand-new instrument panel, a strikingly good-looking central console and an innovative infotainment system with a large colour touchscreen. To simplify the selection and purchase process, only two outfits will be provided that are aimed at different customer types. The equipment level for both outfits is extremely comprehensive and all the main content items comply with the 'Fiat fair price' strategy. Both outfits will offer 7 seats, triple-zone automatic climate control system, keyless entry system, cruise control, advanced trip computer, tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), fog lights and touchscreen radio with colour screen and controls on the steering wheel. The more metropolitan version will include 17" alloys, touchscreen radio with 8.4" screen, SD card and DVD reader, Bluetooth system, rear parking sensors, fold-down door mirrors, automatic headlight activation, darkened rear windows and roof bars. The Freemont will have front wheel drive with turbo diesel power units (140 HP or 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet) combined with a manual gearbox. Later, the vehicle will also be available in 4x4 versions with 170 HP 2.0 MultiJet and 276 HP 3.6 petrol V6 engines, both with automatic transmissions. With the exception of the powerful 3.6 litre unit from the Chrysler Group Pentastar family and its automatic transmission, all power units are produced and developed by FPT- Fiat PowerTrain. The vehicle's dynamic performances have also been improved with the aid of Fiat engineering, which has developed and introduced a special suspension and steering configuration for greater accuracy and directness. Driving comfort is further guaranteed by significant improvements to passenger compartment soundproofing. Safety is top level with 7 airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Program (ESP) with Hill-Holder and electronic roll mitigation (ERM) as standard on all vehicles.

2011 Fiat Freemont

Fiat has releases photos and details for the 2011 Fiat Freemont, which will debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. The Fiat Freemont measu...

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XPLORE ADVENTURE SERIES VEHICLES SUPPORT OUR NATIONAL PARKS

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0DaYF9R7L037ZYmMi9jp00ExR240iY4fL2fI-SmKDztASKQQ1aZRBd_S4lxwqQxtUcMKdnEekLpdS5Io4SrBRbo-MB867W4sJDT-S3WCOvsCAtoM9SkGXqz8y9UrS6q-oHpmHCot5Ww/s1600/o7c8779.jpg"><img height="398" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0DaYF9R7L037ZYmMi9jp00ExR240iY4fL2fI-SmKDztASKQQ1aZRBd_S4lxwqQxtUcMKdnEekLpdS5Io4SrBRbo-MB867W4sJDT-S3WCOvsCAtoM9SkGXqz8y9UrS6q-oHpmHCot5Ww/s1600/o7c8779.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> The first XPLORE Toyota FJ Cruiser will be auctioned with the proceeds donated to the National Parks Foundation. XPLORE Special Edition packages will be available through participating new car dealerships nationwide in January 2011. <center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0DaYF9R7L037ZYmMi9jp00ExR240iY4fL2fI-SmKDztASKQQ1aZRBd_S4lxwqQxtUcMKdnEekLpdS5Io4SrBRbo-MB867W4sJDT-S3WCOvsCAtoM9SkGXqz8y9UrS6q-oHpmHCot5Ww/s1600/o7c8779.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Xplore Adventure Series FJ Cruiser " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563064142500060546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP0DaYF9R7L037ZYmMi9jp00ExR240iY4fL2fI-SmKDztASKQQ1aZRBd_S4lxwqQxtUcMKdnEekLpdS5Io4SrBRbo-MB867W4sJDT-S3WCOvsCAtoM9SkGXqz8y9UrS6q-oHpmHCot5Ww/s200/o7c8779.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTvGsAJ9JROH1fqfPnB57fD3y61QoXnzdVHglJQS-ZhMcuuXSzVn0GbXLauTXVC8qxhj3jRRzdhtTpXPfs08nSYZ394HPmlzSMZtUt15UrG5gQ9bHQyQ6F6nFDRwsdu5P_-Zhv9TIMsA/s1600/o7c8699.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Xplore Adventure Series FJ Cruiser " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563063832964257906" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVTvGsAJ9JROH1fqfPnB57fD3y61QoXnzdVHglJQS-ZhMcuuXSzVn0GbXLauTXVC8qxhj3jRRzdhtTpXPfs08nSYZ394HPmlzSMZtUt15UrG5gQ9bHQyQ6F6nFDRwsdu5P_-Zhv9TIMsA/s200/o7c8699.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiciseNmIaWoBGEApFA-q2a-nwHSvIBFsFKniwCy5hgCVkUB66vd2qtSppcr9zeb0n_PoR4sEDPbXYU2StB-dIxTAGchyphenhyphenW8NSyS5JtWg4GKqYeyrOX6ut97-d9WfW5a_SyhjC2u0gbqbis/s1600/o7c8593.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Xplore Adventure Series FJ Cruiser " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563063629727538354" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiciseNmIaWoBGEApFA-q2a-nwHSvIBFsFKniwCy5hgCVkUB66vd2qtSppcr9zeb0n_PoR4sEDPbXYU2StB-dIxTAGchyphenhyphenW8NSyS5JtWg4GKqYeyrOX6ut97-d9WfW5a_SyhjC2u0gbqbis/s200/o7c8593.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0hAHUimtmjUQ7XV_NzABOrglDY8SMmToF1OYTmkQgJwZr1CCLfQBxExyJ5AhOFEM-1J0iPvTL0RejlJbGj3QlXkvLPeG3oO9NQrd7UOucX9vhuYeZhTqsMwAw9Z1swIgOC3V0-q3OYqo/s1600/o7c8606.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="Xplore Adventure Series FJ Cruiser " border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5563062543334520610" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0hAHUimtmjUQ7XV_NzABOrglDY8SMmToF1OYTmkQgJwZr1CCLfQBxExyJ5AhOFEM-1J0iPvTL0RejlJbGj3QlXkvLPeG3oO9NQrd7UOucX9vhuYeZhTqsMwAw9Z1swIgOC3V0-q3OYqo/s200/o7c8606.jpg" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 87px;" /></a></center> Press Release Adrian, MI (December 20, 2010) – The National Parks are one of America's greatest treasures and a new line of adventure vehicles now gives you and your family another reason to support and enjoy a vacation this year to your favorite National Parks. XPLORE Adventure Series vehicles will be available at your local new car dealers beginning in January 2011 and each one sold delivers a donation to the National Park Foundation for our National Parks. The first XLPLORE Toyota FJ Cruiser will be auctioned in the Spring of 2011 with the proceeds donated to the National Park Foundation. "Venchurs is pleased to introduce the XPLORE Adventure Series line of specialty vehicles for all major brands of vehicles", states Jeff Wyatt, CEO of Venchurs. "It is a privilege to be able to support our National Parks and the automotive new car and Aftermarket communities, with a program that serves America's need for exciting vehicles." XPLORE Adventure Series vehicles are available in four packages featuring increasing levels of equipment and capability. XPLORE Stage 1 Vehicle Packages featuring Katzkin leather interiors are available for Toyota, Jeep, Ford, Ram, Chevrolet, GMC, Nissan, Honda, Subaru, Hyundai and Kia vehicles. XPLORE Stage 2 Vehicle Packages for select SUVs and trucks include, BFG off-road tires, Method aluminum wheels, Bilstein 5100 Series shocks, Magnaflow stainless steel cat-back exhaust and optional XPLORE/Katzkin leather and suede seats. XPLORE Stage 3 gets serious; ARB winches, racks, rock-rails, suspension, roof-top tents, Warn winches and IPF lighting are all available as mix-and-match accessories. XPLORE has partnered with TLC to offer Build-To-Order Stage 4 Toyotas and Jeeps with a multitude of custom personalized options including special paint, electronics and expedition-grade upfits. Each XPLORE vehicle comes with a free, one-year Annual Pass to over 52 National Parks and other Federal lands. New owners receive a one-year membership in XPLORE CLUB and a subscription to XPLORE Lifestyle Journal; a high-quality quarterly featuring amazing places to go, fun things to do and interesting people. "XPLORE vehicles are designed to deliver adventure for enthusiasts and families" quotes Ron Flint, XPLORE Program Director. "You can't have one of these in your driveway and not be inspired to get out into the Great American Outdoors!" For more information, please visit www.xplorevehicles.com

XPLORE ADVENTURE SERIES VEHICLES SUPPORT OUR NATIONAL PARKS

The first XPLORE Toyota FJ Cruiser will be auctioned with the proceeds donated to the National Parks Foundation. XPLORE Special Edition pack...

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2011 Dodge Avenger

<center><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRGooKOII/AAAAAAADeZc/bIJUQEQKAgQ/s1600/2011-Dodge-Avenger-5.JPG"><img height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRGooKOII/AAAAAAADeZc/bIJUQEQKAgQ/s1600/2011-Dodge-Avenger-5.JPG" width="600" /></a></center> Chrysler has revamped the Dodge Avenger sedan for 2011, which comes with exterior changes, an all-new interior, as well as technical changes. The 2011 Dodge Avenger will be available as standard with the new 2.4-liter World Gas Engine coupled with a six-speed transmission. For a more powerful version, the 2011 Dodge Avenger will also be sold with a Pentastar V6 engine, mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, that develops 283 hp and 260 lb.-ft. of torque. It's the interior where the new Avenger really shines, however. Using materials and design lessons learned in the extensive redesign of sister brand Jeep's Grand Cherokee, the 2011 Avenger gets an all-new instrument panel, bezels, and steering wheel with ugpraded seats, improved upholstery, and several new two-tone color schemes. Better attention to fit-and-finish, more soft-touch elements, and integrated controls on te wheel make access to the technology on board that much easier. Speaking of technology, the 2011 Avenger features optional USB, voice phone commands, Bluetooth, iPod/MP3 input, navigation, and more. The suspension is completely redesigned, too. Dodge says 26 of 30 suspension bushings have been updated for the 2011 model. The 2011 Avenger rides lower to the ground, has a wider track and has thicker tires compared with the outgoing model. Overall, the car should feel sportier, Dodge says. Pricing will be revealed closer to the 2011 Avenger's arrival at dealerships near the end of the year. 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outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Avenger" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533113200796209346" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRI_N7kMI/AAAAAAADeaM/PiozY82LWPA/s200/2011-Dodge-Avenger-11.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRFbmTNFI/AAAAAAADeZE/oemqLw6Y7S0/s1600/2011-Dodge-Avenger-2.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Avenger" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533113139695137874" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRFbmTNFI/AAAAAAADeZE/oemqLw6Y7S0/s200/2011-Dodge-Avenger-2.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRHj8PrQI/AAAAAAADeZ0/DWBXYKomrk4/s1600/2011-Dodge-Avenger-8.JPG" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; color: rgb(173, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Avenger" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5533113176294403330" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_FoXyvaPSnVk/TMmRHj8PrQI/AAAAAAADeZ0/DWBXYKomrk4/s200/2011-Dodge-Avenger-8.JPG" style="border-top-width: 0px; border-right-width: 0px; border-bottom-width: 0px; border-left-width: 0px; border-style: initial; border-color: initial; border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; ; margin-top: 0pt; margin-right: 5px; margin-bottom: 5px; margin-left: 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center> Press Release An All-new Dynamic for the 2011 Dodge Avenger: A Mid-size Sedan Designed, Engineered for Spirited Performance October 28, 2010 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - Dodge today introduced the new Dodge Avenger, totally overhauled for 2011 with an all-new interior, a redesigned exterior and performance attributes that put the "fun" in functional. A new powertrain lineup and completely redesigned and retuned suspension mean drivers will experience Dodge's fun-to-drive dynamics in a front-wheel-drive mid-size sedan. The Avenger's "fun to drive" quotient rises exponentially for 2011 with a significantly upgraded suspension to give drivers agile, confident, handling performance in all driving situations, whether it's a spirited adventure on twisty roads or an emergency maneuver. Dodge engineers retuned or redesigned virtually every part of the suspension for 2011, including 26 of 30 suspension bushings. The suspension and the geometry were completely rethought. The track is an inch wider, tire width increased from 215 to 225 millimeters and the vehicle is 12 millimeters lower in the front and 6 millimeters in the rear for a more aggressive stance. Customers will feel more confident when driving the new Avenger because of less body roll, less vehicle shake, improved isolation, better steering precision, response and feel and the increased grip of new premium tires. A new and improved powertrain lineup also contributes to the 2011 Avenger's driving experience. The vehicles has a standard 2.4-liter World Gas Engine, which has been recalibrated and is now available mated to a new smooth-shifting six-speed transmission for an exceptionally fun and fuel-efficient driving experience. Avenger customers also can opt for the new Pentastar V-6 engine mated to a six-speed automatic transmission that gives customers the best of both worlds – best-in-class 283 horsepower (an increase of 20 percent compared with the engine it replaces) and 260 lb.-ft. of torque (an increase of 12 percent) combined with competitive fuel economy. New exterior styling features clean, smooth aggressive lines. The new fascia sports the new signature Dodge Brand "split crosshair" grille, while an aggressive lower fascia completes the Dodge look from top to bottom. The Chrysler Group LLC's Interior Design Studio also worked its magic on the new 2011 Avenger. The all-new instrument panel, bezels, gauge faces and new Dodge steering wheel transform the driver seat into a cockpit-like experience. Upgraded seats incorporate more cushion material and revised spring geometry. Dodge Avenger also features several new two-tone interior color schemes, new leather and cloth seating materials and accent stitching. Owners can select from these schemes to design a vehicle that matches their lifestyle needs. Designers developed the 2011 Dodge Avenger with new "soft touch" armrests and instrument panels, new, premium interior finishes for touch points that are not only pleasing to the touch but also to the eye. They also redesigned the heating and cooling outlets in the instrument panel to make them more appealing and better functioning. The 2011 Dodge Avenger also offers one of the quietest cabins in the segment with 45 new or upgraded sound-deadening treatments integrated throughout the vehicle. Clever features include new ambient interior lighting and a new multi-function three-spoke Dodge steering wheel with integrated controls that allows drivers to operate the radio, cruise control, hands-free phone and other vehicle functions while keeping their hands on the wheel. Available cool technology includes voice command functions for hands-free phones, integrated USB port for streaming music, navigation and memo record, an iPod/MP3 jack, Bluetooth streaming music; Gracenote music identification; a hard drive that stores approximately 6,700 songs and remote start. The standard mid-size sedan segment is the largest vehicle segment in the United States, with more than 1.6 million vehicles sold in 2009. The 2011 Dodge Avenger is uniquely positioned as an alternative for consumers looking for a sedan with more style, personality and performance than the segment is traditionally known for. The 2011 Dodge Avenger will be built at the Sterling Heights Assembly Plant in Sterling Heights, Mich., and will arrive in dealerships in the fourth quarter this year.

2011 Dodge Avenger

Chrysler has revamped the Dodge Avenger sedan for 2011, which comes with exterior changes, an all-new interior, as well as technical changes...

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SEMA PREVIEW : 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392【Video】

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtdGLiWGOtqgrhH6XvurTPFwP8ycKgZ0MdIw7FKnPqq1SH5u6hGnY98oTq6QXIH7QK6cWtwVKQui0dZHKBDyWH1LpVM5HlKoqyac3TVsYs0FLIyEMUvJIOxVnAHxkhoDHUIIF10L0MWUE/s1600/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_01.jpg"><img height="403" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtdGLiWGOtqgrhH6XvurTPFwP8ycKgZ0MdIw7FKnPqq1SH5u6hGnY98oTq6QXIH7QK6cWtwVKQui0dZHKBDyWH1LpVM5HlKoqyac3TVsYs0FLIyEMUvJIOxVnAHxkhoDHUIIF10L0MWUE/s1600/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_01.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> Chrysler has unveiled new Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, which will debut at the 2010 SEMA show next week, It features revised styling and a new 6.4-liter HEMI V8 with 470 hp (350 kW / 477 PS) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque. Details are limited, but Dodge CEO Ralph Gilles confirmed the engine will have a variable intake manifold, multi-cylinder deactivation, and VVT technology. Thanks to these changes, the new SRT8 will be 15-20% more fuel efficient than its predecessor. Deliveries are scheduled to occur shortly after Thanksgiving (November 25th). The Challenger SRT8 392 also employs a reworked suspension with even firmer shocks, a quicker steering ratio and more negative camber than before, all of which are supposed to help the hefty muscle bruiser tackle the corners with a little more finesse. The SRT8 392 is offered with the choice of two color combos -either Deep Water Blue finish with standard Stone White stripes or Bright White Clear Coat with standard Viper Blue stripes, and comes equipped with unique "392 HEMI" badges, Mopar quad exhaust tips, a larger front splitter, a decklid spoiler and integrated front fender spats. The car's looks are complemented by a set of 20-inch SRT-exclusive wheels. Chrysler states it will build only 1,492 units of the Challenger SRT8 392, and that the cars will be available at the beginning of December of this year. <center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtdGLiWGOtqgrhH6XvurTPFwP8ycKgZ0MdIw7FKnPqq1SH5u6hGnY98oTq6QXIH7QK6cWtwVKQui0dZHKBDyWH1LpVM5HlKoqyac3TVsYs0FLIyEMUvJIOxVnAHxkhoDHUIIF10L0MWUE/s1600/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532041097683989154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtdGLiWGOtqgrhH6XvurTPFwP8ycKgZ0MdIw7FKnPqq1SH5u6hGnY98oTq6QXIH7QK6cWtwVKQui0dZHKBDyWH1LpVM5HlKoqyac3TVsYs0FLIyEMUvJIOxVnAHxkhoDHUIIF10L0MWUE/s400/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_01.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 77px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTOFAnPI8LKkrn4WeHoggE5BMMELeFkMikwEdkeIckaBOlOKeya1lgj3auJMTK8YOp8XEIPSPk_2nLKBDq7sWwKEs_g5MT-nBgAxOHBDstLipFAoU9C6NOOi3lbaWaiNdKMxjwWjX0RJg/s1600/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_02.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 153); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="Chrysler vehicles for SEMA 2010" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5532041087569596242" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTOFAnPI8LKkrn4WeHoggE5BMMELeFkMikwEdkeIckaBOlOKeya1lgj3auJMTK8YOp8XEIPSPk_2nLKBDq7sWwKEs_g5MT-nBgAxOHBDstLipFAoU9C6NOOi3lbaWaiNdKMxjwWjX0RJg/s400/2011_Dodge-Challenger-SRT8-392_02.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 77px; " /></a></center> <center><object height="378" width="600"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Td4MJqHJfEA"><param name="wmode" value="transparent"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Td4MJqHJfEA" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" height="378" width="600"></embed></object></center> Press Release <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> Mopar® Previews Customized Vehicles for 2010 SEMA ShowChrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep® and Ram Truck Vehicles Get Mopar® Treatment Mopar® is preparing 35 vehicles for the upcoming 2010 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show, which takes place Nov. 2-5 in Las Vegas. Mopar will fill its 15,300-square-foot space with customized Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Jeep® and Ram Truck vehicles. "With five exhibits, the Mopar brand will have a major presence at SEMA," said Pietro Gorlier, President and Chief Executive Officer - Mopar, Chrysler Group's service, parts and customer-care brand. "Mopar will showcase cutting-edge technology, innovative accessories, authentic parts, and new customer-care initiatives. And our Moparized vehicles will be must-see." "We created an amazing cast of Mopar image vehicles for SEMA," said Ralph Gilles, President and Chief Executive Officer, Dodge Car Brand and Senior Vice President - Product Design. "As all of our new vehicles arrive in dealerships this year, we want to inspire customization and personalization. Our Mopar image vehicles will definitely turn heads." The Mopar Underground group and the Mopar design team worked together to create these image vehicles. Projects originated in the Chrysler Group Product Design office and were led by Mark Allen, Chief Designer - Head of Jeep Design Studio, and Jeff Gale, Advance Studio Design Lead. In addition to image vehicles, other "Moparized" vehicles for the show were developed under the direction of Brian Rogos, Head of Accessories and Performance Parts, and Pat Muldoon, Head of Mopar Product Development. Following are Mopar image vehicles that will be on display at SEMA: 2011 RedLine Dodge Charger America's baddest sedan gets a little more fearsome. The diehard enthusiasts at Mopar Underground wasted no time in taking the not-yet-in-market 2011 Dodge Charger under their wing. "We let the designers of the production car and their friends at Mopar rip," said Gilles. "I wanted them to show us what they would do with this vehicle if it were their own dream car." The RedLine Charger brings the 2011 version of the popular vehicle lower to the ground with a tuned suspension that lowers the car one inch. The RedLine Charger's aggressive appearance is backed by the 5.7-liter HEMI® engine tucked under a unique aluminum hood. Mopar parts, including headers, an exhaust system and a cold-air intake, provide horsepower and torque gains, while a Mopar strut tower brace amps up the handling and driveability needed to corral the additional horsepower. The RedLine Charger's power matches its stealthy appearance. The blacked-out feel is accomplished with a black roof, front lower and rear-end treatment and continues with carbon fiber mirror caps. The 22-inch staggered-width Super Alloy wheels, with Pirelli tires wrapped around (265/35/22 front, 295/30/22 rear), follow the blacked-out theme as do the unique carbon fiber lower air dam/splitter and rear spoiler, created by the Mopar Underground team specifically for the RedLine Charger. Headlamps and tail lamps also get the blacked-out treatment. Recalling Dodge Charger's legendary heritage is a side scoop reminiscent of the scoop on the 1970 Dodge Charger R/T. The black side scoop is emblazoned with a red R/T logo, offering a nice tie-in to the RedLine Red paint employed on the RedLine Charger. A trip inside the red-and-black interior reveals a driver-oriented theme, with custom RedLine all-aluminum driver and console bezels. The interior is highlighted with satin and bright chromed bezels that accent the refined details. Mopar Katzkin performance seats trimmed in Radar Red Nappa leather with bright red stitching offer another striking interior enhancement. A unique SRT® steering wheel featuring prototype paddle shift controls completes the interior. 2011 Dodge Durango Citadel "Black & Tan" Dodge views the new Citadel as the ultimate expression of the 2011 Dodge Durango, the perfect canvas for the distinguished SUV enthusiast. The vehicle was developed as a representation of the current trend in tasteful customization. This special edition of the Citadel utilizes the clean lines of the 2011 Dodge Durango. Its stunning, shiny black paint color is the perfect backdrop for the evolution of the modern urban SUV. Its 22-inch custom-forged aluminum Super Alloy wheels are highly polished with hyper-silver accents. The Citadel also features an exclusive chrome-textured grille and polished stainless steel tips of the Mopar/Corsa custom exhaust. The Citadel "Black & Tan", riding on Pirelli tires, was dropped with Mopar lowering springs, complementing its stunning new stance. The shiny black exterior is matched on the inside with an all-new interior, crafted by the new Chrysler interior studio that is bent on redefining American quality and unparalleled comfort. The timeless design features sculpted soft panels throughout with world-class fit and finish, complete with the liberal use of premium materials and three rows of gorgeous Nappa leather seats. The new "Black & Tan" interior combo was inspired by some of the finest super cars in the world. 2010 Fiat 500 (European version) This vehicle is an extreme version of the popular European version of the Fiat 500, which has won 60 international awards, including the 2008 European Car of the Year and the 2009 World Car Design of the Year. The concept car features a number of unique parts created by the Mopar Underground team, including a front airdam/lip, lower sill, spoiler, rear valance and brake ducts. The 2010 Fiat 500 features a lower ride height on 18-inch Alcoa wheels and flared wheel arches reminiscent of the Fiat 500 models that dominated race tracks in Europe back in the day. The vehicle rides on Pirelli tires with a mean, wheels-out-and-down stance that is accentuated by a Dark Thunderbolt Gray exterior. The black roof, black hood, headlamp and fascia graphics tie the headlamps together. The lower "chin" of the Fiat 500 hooks up with a flare that surrounds the front wheel. A lower side sill, also in black, adorns the sides. The interior is driver-focused, with a red seat and red door insert on the driver's side, with piano-black accents on the instrument panel. The remainder of the interior is outfitted in a subdued black. The always-sporty Fiat 500 is bolstered with the power and performance that comes with Mopar parts. Mopar bolt-ons include a Mopar custom exhaust system that provides horsepower and torque gains and a Mopar strut tower brace that reduces body flex in the front end and improves drivability and handling. Two additional Fiat 500 vehicles will be on display in the Mopar Alley, outfitted with a full complement of Mopar parts and accessories. The all-new Fiat 500 will be available for ordering in the U.S. later this year in the Sport, Pop and Lounge models, followed by the all-new Fiat 500C (cabrio) in the spring of 2011. 2011 Wrangler Sahara Mopar Edition Take the iconic Jeep Wrangler, bolt on a bushel of Mopar parts and accessories, and you've got an extreme Moparized off-road machine: the 2011 Wrangler Sahara Mopar Edition. The Mopar lift augments off-road travel performance for the 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara and allows for 35-inch all-terrain tires that can handle whatever the trail dishes out, mounted on sturdy AEV wheels. Further defending the vehicle from the onslaught of the off-road are steel front and rear bumpers. The front bumper includes integrated fog lights to improve visibility in inclement weather; the AEV-designed rear bumper features a tire carrier. The Mopar/AEV hood provides the proper protection from the debris of the off-road, with a Warn winch at the ready in case of an emergency. The 2011 Jeep Wrangler Sahara can't be missed on the trail with a hardtop and flares that match its fire-red exterior color. 2011 Jeep Street Cherokee The all-new Jeep Grand Cherokee is also on the receiving end of a Mopar-style makeover. For the 2011 Jeep Street Cherokee, the Chrysler Group Product Design crew created custom 22-inch alloy wheels, while at the same time lowering the vehicle. The Dark Charcoal Overland edition Grand Cherokee is powered by a 5.7-liter V-8 engine, with an exhaust trimmed in Corsa tips. The Jeep Street Cherokee is customized in typical all-Mopar style. Mopar floor mats with a unique design prevent dirt and mud from invading the interior. Mopar's lighted door-entry sills and bright/rubber pedal kit offer much-needed visibility when adventures extend well past sundown. Stainless steel door sills are etched with the Mopar logo and offer stylish protection. Additional sizzle is served up with a new custom lower front fascia, painted handles, and blacked-out headlamps. The Mopar chromed grille adds additional bling but doesn't sacrifice durability, meeting the toughest corrosion requirements. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Off-Road Edition To get ready for the off-road, go big. Case in point: the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee Off-Road Edition. The 5.7-liter V8-powered silver Jeep Grand Cherokee boasts a suspension lifted with coil springs to make way for 33-inch BFG Mud-Terrain tires. The exterior is prepped for off-road battle courtesy of Mopar skid plates, rock rails and tow hooks. The interior has been upfitted with the Mopar bright/rubber pedal kit and sill guards. Mopar-First Features Mopar has introduced numerous industry-first features including: <ul> <li>Camper trailers: first to introduce off-road camper trailers </li> <li>Vehicle-information apps: first to introduce smartphone vehicle-information applications, a new channel of communication with consumers </li> <li>Electronic owner manuals: first to introduce traditional owner manuals in a DVD and brief user-guide format </li> <li>Electronic Vehicle Tracking System (EVTS): first to market with a new interactive vehicle tracking device that sends owner a text when vehicle is driven too fast or too far based on pre-set parameters </li> <li>2011 Mopar Challenger Drag Pak: first to introduce a 500-plus cubic-inch V-10 drag-race package car </li> <li>Wi-Fi: first to offer customers the ability to make their vehicle a wireless hot spot </li> <li>WiTECH: first to support vehicle diagnosis and software updates leveraging off-the-shelf personal computers and a dedicated wireless tool network </li></ul></div>

SEMA PREVIEW : 2011 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392【Video】

Chrysler has unveiled new Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, which will debut at the 2010 SEMA show next week, It features revised styling and a new...

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Official: 2011 Dodge Journey

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIVqe_-gi82rwlzE6XoT09SAkU7JQnwKPBhCjSQztGDUwPjYZjEmLipALCTKrakdIGMIUokc_B7UNghCDngknODIJo5EZa7J8ffWSCdo3MLfVQ9Gft0wJMbEBWGY9FN3kT7cF6opRMNR4/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_01.jpg"><img height="401" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIVqe_-gi82rwlzE6XoT09SAkU7JQnwKPBhCjSQztGDUwPjYZjEmLipALCTKrakdIGMIUokc_B7UNghCDngknODIJo5EZa7J8ffWSCdo3MLfVQ9Gft0wJMbEBWGY9FN3kT7cF6opRMNR4/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_01.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> Chrysler is continuing to update its lineup with fresh interiors and engines. The 2011 Dodge Journey is powered by a new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 that delivers 20% more boost than the previous unit. With this engine, the 2011 Dodge Journey develops 283 hp and 260 lb.-ft. of torque. The power is sent to the wheels via a six-speed transmission. The exterior of the 2011 Dodge Journey hasn’t received many upgrades, shy of the new Dodge brand grille surrounded in black honeycomb with some enlarged foglights in the lower fascia.  Dodge teases that the new V6 models will include a sportier front fascia with late availability for those models and you can see from the picture in the slideshow on the left that very little has changed on the outside of the 2011 Journey… but the inside is another story. The interior remains a five- or seven-seat configuration, but gets what Dodge calls "world-class levels of craftsmanship and comfort." If the Journey follows on the success of the 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Dodge Durango, the claim may not be far off the mark. The new Journey interior redesign includes a larger instrument cluster with a center-positioned, full-color electronic vehicle information center, a center stack that's sculpted to be more comfortable for the driver's knees, more cushioning on the center console, redesigned seats, repositioned cupholders, a larger center storage bin, and a range of six new interior colors and trims. Revised steering and suspension geometry round out the mechanical updates for the tweaked Journey, along with reduced noise, vibration and harshness thanks to higher-quality sound-deadening materials. <center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIVqe_-gi82rwlzE6XoT09SAkU7JQnwKPBhCjSQztGDUwPjYZjEmLipALCTKrakdIGMIUokc_B7UNghCDngknODIJo5EZa7J8ffWSCdo3MLfVQ9Gft0wJMbEBWGY9FN3kT7cF6opRMNR4/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_01.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Journey" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530157151311991218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIVqe_-gi82rwlzE6XoT09SAkU7JQnwKPBhCjSQztGDUwPjYZjEmLipALCTKrakdIGMIUokc_B7UNghCDngknODIJo5EZa7J8ffWSCdo3MLfVQ9Gft0wJMbEBWGY9FN3kT7cF6opRMNR4/s400/2011_Dodge-Journey_01.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLoEKo1hiZU0XBAYSQ0867E3dkanf-0xjxGMUdoAabLn9tEtQiaHmuscUrgnqicftO7Yrd_JuJUQLc2QDCTusxYhgoP-RgSHfmmN90FJRX0yzBL0JQeumWJOnuX0UngejMuezvaOAG5CU/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_02.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 153); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Journey" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530157148002714290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLoEKo1hiZU0XBAYSQ0867E3dkanf-0xjxGMUdoAabLn9tEtQiaHmuscUrgnqicftO7Yrd_JuJUQLc2QDCTusxYhgoP-RgSHfmmN90FJRX0yzBL0JQeumWJOnuX0UngejMuezvaOAG5CU/s400/2011_Dodge-Journey_02.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcvYDYuyWBMx3Oj9F9dOuBNeXjsf605cKfNg2jR2KqiX2ItEJndEcXGkU5mIITpnizLhMfqnUgE2l7rhxCO9wkSaLU7m-ogKcN-AsTQ8V9sARJaOJg69CIoiaqnYG2OGyOgCV_q07DGNw/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_03.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 153); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Journey" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530157144802115442" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcvYDYuyWBMx3Oj9F9dOuBNeXjsf605cKfNg2jR2KqiX2ItEJndEcXGkU5mIITpnizLhMfqnUgE2l7rhxCO9wkSaLU7m-ogKcN-AsTQ8V9sARJaOJg69CIoiaqnYG2OGyOgCV_q07DGNw/s400/2011_Dodge-Journey_03.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh50J3ZLXq2432k5JCaMmcEAcCOOufo-D9-emgP8zHNR4onNsu4oZSA7sDBuHLfA2FXvt2UMEJ_MpKJBhOdP9sr7f1K9o8DulWT0RMq_bMBHhCp7CvnDpXSzCTTmjaCGo6a0vE9D98QEoQ/s1600/2011_Dodge-Journey_04.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(0, 102, 153); text-decoration: none; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Journey" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530157142038809410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh50J3ZLXq2432k5JCaMmcEAcCOOufo-D9-emgP8zHNR4onNsu4oZSA7sDBuHLfA2FXvt2UMEJ_MpKJBhOdP9sr7f1K9o8DulWT0RMq_bMBHhCp7CvnDpXSzCTTmjaCGo6a0vE9D98QEoQ/s400/2011_Dodge-Journey_04.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 86px; " /></a></center> Press Release 2011 Dodge Journey Crosses Over: A Gorgeous New Spirit and a Driver’s Soul It's not over yet. Dodge continues to unleash new products to the market, today introducing the new 2011 Dodge Journey, its mid-size crossover with "right sized" proportions, five- or seven-passenger seating, innovative storage solutions, abundant safety and security features, all-wheel drive capability and models packaged for a variety of lifestyles. For 2011, Dodge takes what was good and makes it better. The Dodge Journey receives a major overhaul with a completely redesigned and retuned suspension, a new V-6 engine and a gorgeous new interior. And that's not all. Journey also features the latest and greatest in vehicle connectivity and customization with the Chrysler Group's new PowerNet electrical architecture. Owners will feel like they have the world at their fingertips with the Journey's available touch-screen command center, Uconnect Touch. From navigation to dual-zone climate controls to the ability to check fuel prices, the all-new Uconnect Touch media center makes life in the new 2011 Dodge Journey an excellent adventure for the driver and passengers. Four Uconnect Touch models are available, all featuring easy-to-use controls and class-leading technology. With its touch-screen display and user-friendly touch-key categories, connecting and controlling personal devices is simple, intuitive and customizable. The 2011 Dodge Journey is nimble, composed and handles well in all driving and road conditions. Chrysler Group engineers improved routine ride handling by re-engineering the suspension geometry, adding new, improved premium tires and redesigning the steering for a more precise and coordinated response. Overall, customers will be treated to an energetic, fun-to-drive experience behind the wheel. In addition, at 283 horsepower and 260 lb.-ft. of torque, the 2011 Dodge Journey equipped with the new 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6 engine delivers a 20 percent boost in power compared with the V-6 engine it replaces. It's mated to the smooth-shifting six-speed transmission. Drivers also will be treated to a smooth, quiet ride. Engineers reduced noise, vibration and harshness by installing new, premium sound-deadening treatments and insulation throughout the vehicle. But perhaps the most rewarding surprise is Journey's new interior. Customers will step into world-class levels of craftsmanship and comfort. A beautifully crafted one-piece instrument panel sets the tone. A new, larger cluster with standard electronic vehicle information center (EVIC) is positioned in the center of the new gauges. It's a full-color display backlit in Dodge red lights, giving it a soft glow unlike any in the segment. New, integrated center stack bezels are less angular and more sculpted, and designers softened the radius to make more room for the driver's knees. The heating and cooling outlets are also redesigned to make them better looking and better functioning. The center console gets a lot of extra cushion on the tilt-and-slide armrest. Lift the lid, and there's a larger center storage bin with a 12-volt outlet and USB port where owners can hook up their MP3/iPod charging connections and hide them away. The design team also worked to make the Journey's interior more comfortable. They moved the shifter and cupholders, making it easier for drivers and passengers to get their coffee and soda without having to lean over and under the dash. There's also a larger front storage bin with side nets. The new multi-functioning three-spoke Dodge brand steering wheel with integrated controls and a wider, longer, soft-touch armrest transform the driver's seat into a cockpit-like experience. Comfortable new seats might just make drivers want to take the long way home to get a little extra seat time. The Dodge Journey offers six new interior color and trims to complete the makeover. On the outside, Journey maintains its sculpted, clean, aggressive lines, and adds a new front fascia that sports the signature Dodge Brand "split crosshair" honeycomb grille. The fog lamp bezels are bigger and bolder, and Journey models with the Pentastar 3.6-liter V-6 get a new, unique more aggressive lower fascia with the honeycomb texture in the grille (late availability). New 19-inch wheels, a new, less angular rear fascia and "ring of fire" LED taillamps wrap it up from front to back. Journey also is loaded with an abundance of safety and security features, including: standard advanced multi-stage front passenger air bags, active head restraints, electronic stability control (ESC) with all-speed traction control, electronic roll mitigation and brake assist, new driver-side knee blocker air bag, supplemental side-curtain air bags covering all three rows, supplemental front-seat-mounted side air bags, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, LATCH child seat anchor system and trailer sway control. The Dodge Journey is built in at Chrysler Group LLC's Toluca Assembly Plant in Toluca, Mexico. It will arrive in U.S. dealerships in fourth quarter of 2010.

Official: 2011 Dodge Journey

Chrysler is continuing to update its lineup with fresh interiors and engines. The 2011 Dodge Journey is powered by a new 3.6-liter Pentastar...

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Dodge Challenger 2011 with Pentastar V6 Engine

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinENVWaZrTnedqDc8VjUn1kxqOjLYxmjz-filgsxtI2mq8CS1_fHNZOxn5CG7t7w-_RNkLgUwOXNYhY09cq2QRn789x1z57X0jKIVzjkprpXjYAmpycceeCnZyFWVGX0BaeytqPFMq6nY/s1600/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+1.jpg"><img height="449" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinENVWaZrTnedqDc8VjUn1kxqOjLYxmjz-filgsxtI2mq8CS1_fHNZOxn5CG7t7w-_RNkLgUwOXNYhY09cq2QRn789x1z57X0jKIVzjkprpXjYAmpycceeCnZyFWVGX0BaeytqPFMq6nY/s1600/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+1.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> The 2011 Dodge Challenger will get an uprated version of Chrysler's new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, delivering 305 horsepower and 268 pound-feet of torque. In addition to the Challenger, Chrysler said it plans to expand application of the Pentastar engine to 13 vehicles by 2013, including eight models in the coming year. While this is good news, it still puts the Challenger dead last in the V6 pony car race. The Chevrolet Camaro V6 has 312 hp (233 kW / 316 PS) and 278 lb-ft (377 Nm), while the Ford Mustang V6 churns out 305 hp (227 kW / 309 PS) and 280 lb-ft (379 Nm) of torque. Furthermore, the Challenger will likely be heavier and more expensive. Besides the new powerplant, the 2011 Challenger will receive a minor facelift, a revised suspension, an improved braking system, and gripper Firestone tires. <center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinENVWaZrTnedqDc8VjUn1kxqOjLYxmjz-filgsxtI2mq8CS1_fHNZOxn5CG7t7w-_RNkLgUwOXNYhY09cq2QRn789x1z57X0jKIVzjkprpXjYAmpycceeCnZyFWVGX0BaeytqPFMq6nY/s1600/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+1.jpg" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: underline; color: rgb(102, 153, 34); background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background: url('http://lethistorylive.com/2010/10/initial') initial initial initial initial"><img alt="2011 Dodge Challenger V6" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530912940462764578" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinENVWaZrTnedqDc8VjUn1kxqOjLYxmjz-filgsxtI2mq8CS1_fHNZOxn5CG7t7w-_RNkLgUwOXNYhY09cq2QRn789x1z57X0jKIVzjkprpXjYAmpycceeCnZyFWVGX0BaeytqPFMq6nY/s400/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+1.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 97px; 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text-decoration: none; color: rgb(102, 153, 34); background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background: url('http://lethistorylive.com/2010/10/initial') initial initial initial initial"><img alt="2011 Dodge Challenger Brochure Leak" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530912862285356706" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhZLxS4-NZa8G4fs6Xz4sxaQQOun4rrOxTWMuvysJm6iYYe7_UGRjJ8I_E9u0pBjKquJqzAoD_rIbEZVRt04E4O5ZKjn5pa4V7AlCotdyeaoYaQslqQI7HsUsdvD3njsA6cQ7SZTx4PVXw/s400/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+4.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 97px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-8ejnT2xMwiLC62ihMU1v89cHgp1pVzNMtBmkYlBUWcVCsxQUBLNTiev6IxAwpF2xmDnFd3wrQZ9be2w7bhaJk3rMGblAVwLhEJ0D9k6kJji4Hgoaw8Ud_9xEMjsRifSj9P5uhFFU_A/s1600/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+3.jpg" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; color: rgb(102, 153, 34); background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background: url('http://lethistorylive.com/2010/10/initial') initial initial initial initial"><img alt="2011 Dodge Challenger Brochure Leak" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530912858749967890" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-8ejnT2xMwiLC62ihMU1v89cHgp1pVzNMtBmkYlBUWcVCsxQUBLNTiev6IxAwpF2xmDnFd3wrQZ9be2w7bhaJk3rMGblAVwLhEJ0D9k6kJji4Hgoaw8Ud_9xEMjsRifSj9P5uhFFU_A/s400/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+3.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 97px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3kOZxNyU3krzxPXWrfkLrPQOXwSpup_lwVJh7tccG0t3WzB5cF-2KvmZNJxRK9Bmo2pfgSqoTXJxrPoh9V6fZLqEiRh2266Rh5cKh6tUX2M5xkeBj5gpiOVwBmS8p91-DTVBcv0iuG20/s1600/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+2.jpg" style="font-weight: bold; text-decoration: none; color: rgb(102, 153, 34); background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; background: url('http://lethistorylive.com/2010/10/initial') initial initial initial initial"><img alt="2011 Dodge Challenger Brochure Leak" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5530912851594129426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3kOZxNyU3krzxPXWrfkLrPQOXwSpup_lwVJh7tccG0t3WzB5cF-2KvmZNJxRK9Bmo2pfgSqoTXJxrPoh9V6fZLqEiRh2266Rh5cKh6tUX2M5xkeBj5gpiOVwBmS8p91-DTVBcv0iuG20/s400/2011+Dodge+Challenger+V6+2.jpg" style="; width: 130px; height: 97px; " /></a></center> Press Release <div style="display: block;" class="pressrelease"> Pentastar V-6 Set to Roll Out Across Broad Range of New Chrysler Vehicles <ul> <li>New Pentastar is slated to be available across 13 vehicles, including trucks and sport utilities, by 2013 </li> <li>Significant cost savings realized with shift from seven engines to one V-6 engine </li> <li>2011 V-6 Challenger boosted 55 horsepower to 305 horsepower with new Pentastar V-6 </li> <li>Introduced in 2011 Jeep® Grand Cherokee, new V-6 engine will soon be available in new Chrysler Town & Country, 300 and 200, and Dodge Charger, Avenger, Durango and Journey </li> <li>Designed for a range of specific applications, horsepower and torque are tuned for specific models </li> <li>Fuel efficiency improvement will average up to 7 percent across the model range.</li> </ul> Auburn Hills, Mich. - Improved fuel efficiency, more power and reduced emissions, all hallmarks of the new Pentastar V-6 engine, will soon be available across 13 models from Chrysler Group LLC. The Pentastar V-6, the most advanced six cylinder engine ever produced by Chrysler Powertrain group, is slated to be the ‘workhorse' engine across many models and will eventually replace seven different V-6 engines over the next three years. By 2014, the new V-6 is expected to account for more than a third of the powertrains in the vehicle line-up and substantially contribute to an overall corporate fuel efficiency improvement of more than 25 percent. "The Pentastar engine is suited to meet the requirements for a full range of vehicle applications in terms of power and fuel efficiency including passenger cars, mini-vans and sport utilities," explained Bob Lee, vice president of engine engineering for Chrysler Group LLC. "It has been designed for today and many years to come. Already, we are looking forward to adapting future technologies as they become available to the Pentastar V-6 for even more fuel efficiency and performance." Compact and lightweight, Pentastar V-6 will be used in front-, rear- and all-wheel-drive models. Already standard on the new Jeep Grand Cherokee, the V-6 will gradually phase out seven V6 legacy engines ranging from 2.7 - liters, up to 4.0 - liters in the current product portfolio. Overall, the new Pentastar will enable Chrysler Powertrain to reduce major engine components from 189 parts to just 32, greatly simplifying the build process and improving quality. Significant cost savings also are realized with purchasing efficiencies and a reduction in limited, high piece cost parts. Some parts, including the exhaust manifolds, will completely disappear by virtue of being cast directly into the cylinder head. Today, the engine line-up features 32 different left and right exhaust manifolds. That will drop to zero with the new Pentastar V-6. Upper and lower intake assembles, which accounted for 21 and 11 different parts numbers (respectively) have been reduced to two upper and lower assemblies. Camshaft variations will drop from 14 to four and just two fuel rails will be required rather than the current 14. Leading the way will be the 2011 Dodge Challenger that will be exclusively equipped with a higher horsepower version of the 3.6-liter Pentastar V-6. Certified by the Society of Automotive Engineers, the higher horsepower V-6 produces 305 bhp @ 6350 rpm - representing a 55 horsepower increase over the previous 3.5-liter V-6. Torque also is noticeably up with the V-6 rated at 268 lb.ft. @ 4800 rpm. The increase in power and fuel efficiency is derived from technologies incorporated in the new engine and strategically developing both the intake and exhaust systems to take advantage of the compact engine layout and vehicle packaging. "From day one, our objective with the new Pentastar V-6 engine always was to develop an engine that was capable of producing more than 300 horsepower," according to Lee. "What we've done is adapt proven technologies to this new V-6 engine to bring even more power to Challenger for 2011" Engine Structure Constructed with a high-pressure, die cast aluminum block fitted with cast iron bore liners and aluminum cylinder heads, the 60-degree 3.6-liter Pentastar engine is compact and lightweight. At 503mm in total length, the new V-6-liter is 94mm shorter than the 3.7 engine that was previously used in the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Models including Charger, Challenger and Avenger have had engine length decrease 34mm from the previous 3.5 - liter V-6. With this shorter length, engine packaging constraints are reduced. On Challenger, for example, this allowed engineers to improve both the intake flow and exhaust flow resulting in more power. Bore and stroke measure 96mm by 83mm (respectively). Cast aluminum pistons with low friction rings are fitted to forged steel connecting rods. Pistons have been designed with a reduced skirt area to help reduce both weight and friction. Compression ratio for the engine is 10.2:1 for all applications. The strong, lightweight pistons are cooled with piston cooling jets fitted in each cylinder that spray oil on the piston to more effectively control heat and help reduce the onset of detonation in the combustion chamber. The nodular iron crankshaft also is common across all applications. Fatigue strength of the crankshaft was increased 83 percent with the rolled fillet process. The crankshaft is fitted with four bolts on the main bearing supports. Two additional bolts are cross-fitted in the main bearing caps providing an extremely rigid bottom end. Additionally, as part of the overall refinement of the Pentastar V-6, a structural windage tray is included to help reduce oil splash on the crankshaft and reduce power losses from the reciprocating assembly. The tray also improves structural stiffness and contributes to lowering engine noise. New Oil System Lubrication of the engine is through a variable displacement pump that adjusts the flow rate and pressure to minimize the energy used by the pump. The engine management system determines the oil pressure needs of the engine and commands an electronic solenoid to drive the pump into low or high pressure mode. If the engine is running below 3500 rpm, for example, the pump operates in the low pressure mode to conserve energy. When the engine is operating at more than 3500 rpm, the pump switches to high pressure. A force balance mechanism inside the oil pump adjusts the size of the pumping chambers to deliver the appropriate oil flow to meet engine demands. If the oil is cold, less oil is needed and the pump reduces the size of the internal chambers. When the oil is hot and gets thinner, more oil is needed. A spring located inside the pump increases the size of the pump chambers. This action helps minimize the amount of energy required to pump the oil. For consumers, oil changes are simplified with a paper filter located on top of the engine. To help reduce long term environmental impacts, the paper filter can be incinerated rather than disposed in a landfill. Crankcase capacity is six quarts of oil with a filter change. Traditional, non-synthetic motor oil with an ILSAC standard of GF5 is recommended. Change interval is 8000 miles under normal driving conditions. High Flow Intake and Exhaust Cylinder heads are constructed of T7 heat treated aluminum and feature dual overhead camshafts with roller finger followers. On the intake side, valve diameters are 39mm with 17 degrees relative to the bore axis. Exhaust valves are 30mm in diameter and canted at 18.8 degrees. Combustion chamber volume is 52.7cc. Independent cam phasing also is used on all four camshafts. Torque actuated, the phasers use the natural action of the valve springs to pump the phasers into position, lowering the amount of energy required to move the phasers very quickly. The small size of the phasers combines to reduce weight and allows the camshafts to be spaced very closely together for optimum valve angles and combustion chamber geometry. Induction is handled through a multi-point port fuel injection system and a lightweight composite intake manifold. Throttle bore diameter is 74mm. Both the intake and exhaust systems have been designed to provide efficient flow characteristics with a minimum amount of restriction in the passages. On the exhaust side, spent gases exit through an integral exhaust manifold that is cast into the cylinder head - unique in the Chrysler engine line-up. The integral exhaust manifold eliminates the need for separate cast iron or steel exhaust manifolds and contributes to improvements in engine refinement and weight. The integral manifold also results in a broader range of stoichiometric operation reducing fuel consumption during mountain grade and trailer tow driving. Extremely efficient with advanced emission technology, the new 3.6-liter Pentastar is designed for all future emission standards. This requires no Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and helps reduce the mass of the engine. The 3.6-liter V-6 will be introduced to meet Federal Tier 2 BIN 5 emission requirements and Ultra-low Emissions Vehicle II standards. The engine also has been designed to meet all known future worldwide emission standards including LEV III and PZEV California standards. For export applications, the Pentastar V-6 is capable of meeting Euro6 standards. Despite the impressive gains in power, the engine is designed to run on regular unleaded fuel with an octane rating of 87. The engine also can run on E85 blended gasoline. Lightweight and Powerful Weight reductions are impressive. Fully dressed, the new Pentastar V-6 is 94 lbs. lighter than the 3.7-liter engine it replaced in Jeep Grand Cherokee. Similarly, while larger in displacement, Pentastar weighs 42 lbs. less than the 3.5-liter it replaces in the Chrysler 300 application. Additionally, horsepower gains have been significant across all models. On the new Jeep Grand Cherokee, horsepower has increased dramatically from 210 horsepower from the 3.7-liter to 290 horsepower on the new Pentastar 3.6-liter engine - a 38 percent increase. On the new Avenger/200, horsepower has increased to 283 horsepower from 250. On models including the Chrysler Town & Country, horsepower also has skyrocketed to 283 with the new Pentastar V-6 - up 86 horsepower from the previous 3.8-liter. On Minivan models that were equipped with the 4.0-liter engine, horsepower is up 32 to 283 horsepower. The soon-to-be-introduced Dodge Charger will feature more than new sheet metal. Under the hood, the Pentastar V-6 will provide another 42 horsepower, now 292 horsepower. All models equipped with the new Pentastar V-6 engine will also benefit from increases in torque. More importantly, the 3.6-liter has a broad, flat torque curve with 90 percent of peak torque available between 1800 - 6350 rpm, providing customers with outstanding driveability and power. Reliability & Refinement Before the first aluminum block was cast, the new Pentastar V-6 benefited from more than 45,000 hours of computer analysis to optimize the design of the engine. Once assembled, the engines were thoroughly tested and evaluated on dynamometers and in vehicles. More than 12 million customer equivalent miles were logged on the dynos followed by vehicle testing of nearly 4 million customer equivalent miles. Already recognized as one of the quietest V-6 engines available, world class NVH levels start with a stiff and lightweight block. To help reduce vibration, all components are bolted directly to the block eliminating bracket assemblies. To further reduce vibration, the engine and transmission connection is extremely rigid to eliminate motion between the two major assemblies. "We feel the new Pentastar V-6 represents the best technology to deliver exceptional refinement, fuel economy and performance," Lee said. "This engine allows increased flexibility to apply new technologies while providing significant cost savings to the company by substituting the state-of-the-art Pentastar for previous V-6 engines."</div>

Dodge Challenger 2011 with Pentastar V6 Engine

The 2011 Dodge Challenger will get an uprated version of Chrysler's new 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, delivering 305 horsepower and 268 pound-...

9:22 PM

New 2011 Dodge Charger Unveiled

<center><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHH8bvL25UOSmrdTMmq83SmRcftmB1Bc1Dk6eKcUT3cOHkqZ3D-HGTpZq6mYgDv84I5uTiI6v7dlWKppggAj44GDdrd10tZ54sLGcozYhWC1MHHDA06NIhFzcrS3dIKliMVqFx5UeOZkw/s1600/2011_Dodge-Charger_00.jpg"><img height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHH8bvL25UOSmrdTMmq83SmRcftmB1Bc1Dk6eKcUT3cOHkqZ3D-HGTpZq6mYgDv84I5uTiI6v7dlWKppggAj44GDdrd10tZ54sLGcozYhWC1MHHDA06NIhFzcrS3dIKliMVqFx5UeOZkw/s1600/2011_Dodge-Charger_00.jpg" width="600" /></a></center> Chrysler has officially unveiled the redesigned 2011 Dodge Charger, which comes with various improvements over the previous version. With inspiration from the 1968-1970 muscle car, the rear styling mimics the old model’s full-width tail lamps. This large rear cluster is lit up with 164 LEDs to leave followers in no doubt when it comes to braking. Under a new aluminum hood, engine choices are a 3.6-liter Pentastar V6, or 5.7-liter Hemi V8 engine in R/T trim. which delivers 290 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. All-wheel drive will also be available in the R/T that comes with 19-inch wheels and, unique for a car, an active transfer case that can disconnect the front-axle to improve fuel economy. Interior changes include a new design for the steering wheel, which gets a thicker grip. Chrysler says the Charger's interior has been tuned for better sound quality. 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border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 87px; " /></a> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgieQIQtIf0eTVh6WF3dqhlO6jhhoXBdvA6lA1_d0SbZvJ6a-mJj3ibUF9LwHhh7dTLg-pU9OvK-LUV5Cu8zpNk5ELVDl9Tjq1d7K7JicT9gXZK8hK0Pqs0nnZOB7CyIBLwLmmammlUQT4/s1600/2011_Dodge-Charger_08.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" style="color: rgb(255, 0, 0); text-decoration: none; outline-style: none; outline-width: initial; outline-color: initial; "><img alt="2011 Dodge Charger" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5524617938308205570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgieQIQtIf0eTVh6WF3dqhlO6jhhoXBdvA6lA1_d0SbZvJ6a-mJj3ibUF9LwHhh7dTLg-pU9OvK-LUV5Cu8zpNk5ELVDl9Tjq1d7K7JicT9gXZK8hK0Pqs0nnZOB7CyIBLwLmmammlUQT4/s200/2011_Dodge-Charger_08.jpg" style="border-top-style: none; border-right-style: none; border-bottom-style: none; border-left-style: none; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; padding-top: 0px; padding-right: 0px; padding-bottom: 0px; padding-left: 0px; border-width: initial; border-color: initial; cursor: pointer; width: 130px; height: 87px; " /></a></center> Press Release Dodge Brand Product Onslaught Continues: Introducing The All-new 2011 Dodge Charger World-class Performance And Precision With An Iconic Soul October 5, 2010 , Auburn Hills, Mich. - With its iconic character, contemporary fastback four-door coupe proportions, world-class performance, craftsmanship and refinement, and state-of-the-art connectivity features, the all-new 2011 Charger is the Dodge brand's flagship that proudly delivers premium, world-class E-segment sedan precision at an incredible value. The efficient and aerodynamic exterior of the 2011 Dodge Charger is spiritually inspired by the iconic second-generation Charger from the late 1960s, featuring a design that is sure to strike an emotional chord with Dodge performance enthusiasts of all generations. With its sinister "ready to attack the road" face, the all-new Dodge Charger puts the world's best E-segment sedan competitors between its new "split crosshair" signature grille. Its sculpted all-new body is a conscious nod to its deep heritage and muscle-car roots. The Charger's profile is also a modern affair, a result of countless hours in the wind tunnel, from its lower hood line, faster windshield and radically raked back headlights to its tighter wheel openings, lower sill and race-car-like flat underbody, the Charger effortlessly cuts thought the air with its attitude intact. The aluminum hood features dual "scallops" that bring a sculptured, performance look to the front end, while large body-side scallops deliver a striking undulating A-line across the doors. Running front to rear is the iconic horizontal "coke bottle" or "double-diamond" body-side styling that creates a tapering silhouette accented with muscular front and rear fenders and gives the Dodge Charger one of the most distinct profiles on the road. Defining the fastback's wide stance is an all-new signature taillamp design that incorporates 164 illuminating LEDs to form its signature "racetrack" graphic and gives the new Charger its unmistakable character from blocks away. The 2011 Dodge Charger's interior cockpit is meant to be an enthusiast office. The all new design feature premium materials throughout. Transmitting the performance chassis' world-class feel of the road, the all-new Charger features a new thick-rimmed three-spoke Dodge steering wheel for enhanced performance feel and grip. Crafted in world-class materials, Charger's passengers are surrounded with comfort, craftsmanship and style, thanks to premium soft-touch materials and four available distinct interior color combinations. The all-new 2011 Dodge Charger's state-of-the-art Uconnect® Touch integrates world-class infotainment and convenience technologies to keep passengers connected, comfortable and secure. From segment-leading Garmin® navigation, to dual-zone climate controls and the ability to check fuel prices with the integration of available SIRIUS Travel Link, Uconnect Touch delivers an excellent experience for Charger's driver and passengers. Maximizing its unibody's world-class structural stiffness, Dodge Charger engineers were able to tune the cabin for sound quality (rather than sound level) by isolating powertrain, road and wind noise. In addition, Charger's unibody packages material and structural design improvements, including dual-pane acoustic windshield and front-door side glass, body-cavity silencing foam, under-flush roll-framed doors with triple seals and acoustic wheel-well liners to absorb road noise and quiet the cabin. Combined, these design improvements place the all-new Dodge Charger's interior sound quality among the best in the E-segment. As the Dodge brand's flagship, the chassis of the all-new 2011 Charger is designed, engineered and fine-tuned to deliver a level of quality, capability and refinement that rivals the very best European, Asian and North American E-segment sedans. With its new second-generation E-segment rear-wheel drive (RWD) architecture, Dodge Charger features world-class suspension-tunings with re-designed geometry making for a nimble, balanced chassis that will build the Charger's legend as one of the best driving sedans in the world. Engineered to perform against the best E-segment sport sedans, the all-new 2011 Dodge Charger SE and Charger Rallye feature the new 3.6-liter Pentastar engine for world-class levels of power, refinement, technology and fuel efficiency. For maximum thrills, efficiency and best-in-class power, the new Dodge Charger R/T lineup features the legendary 5.7-liter HEMITM V-8 engine with four-cylinder mode FuelSaver Technology. The all-new 2011 Dodge Charger R/T with all-wheel-drive (AWD) features a re-thought stance and 19-inch wheels to make it much more appealing than ever before. The AWD preserves the Charger's character and deepens its performance envelope in the most treacherous conditions. The Charger AWD features a segment-exclusive active transfer case and front-axle disconnect system to improve fuel economy by up to 5 percent. No other major automotive manufacturer offers the combination of these two independent technologies. Dodge Charger's innovative AWD system seamlessly transitions between RWD and AWD with no driver intervention. When all-wheel drive is not required, the system automatically disconnects the front axle to maximize fuel economy while still providing the outstanding performance and handling inherent in rear-wheel drive vehicles. The all-new 2011 Dodge Charger features more than 65 safety and security features, including standard Keyless Enter-N-Go and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) with segment-exclusive Ready-alert Braking and Rainy Day Brake Support safety features to improve overall vehicle handling and performance both on and off the track. Safety and security features available for the first time on the Dodge Charger include adaptive-cruise control (ACC) with forward-collision warning (FCW), blind-spot monitoring (BSM) with rear cross path (RCP) detection and ParkViewTM rear back-up camera with grid lines, all designed to provide the driver with added confidence while behind the wheel. Built at the Brampton Assembly Plant in Brampton, Ont. (Canada), the 2011 Dodge Charger arrives in showrooms in the fourth quarter of 2010.

New 2011 Dodge Charger Unveiled

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